Softball Recap: Marshall triumphant thanks to a strong effort from Jaina Dekker

By Team Reports May 11, 2024, 5:47pm

Softball Recap: Marshall Tigers vs. Waseca Bluejays

Marshall scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Friday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Waseca Bluejays a 14-0 shutout. Considering Marshall has won five games by more than five runs this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.

The team relied heavily on Jaina Dekker, who scored two runs while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Brielle Riess, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.

The win was the third in a row for Marshall, bringing their record for this year to 8-4. As for Waseca, they haven't won a game yet this season and fell to 0-13.

The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: Marshall beat Waseca by a score of 13-1 later that day.

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